Massive $10B Sports Development Planned for Las Vegas Strip
Starr Vegas Development, Inc. has proposed a $10 billion, 63‑acre master plan on the Las Vegas Strip near Las Vegas Boulevard and West Starr Avenue that it markets as a year‑round sports and entertainment hub anchored by two major venues: a 50,000‑seat soccer/concert stadium (expandable to 60,000 for concerts) and a 25,000‑seat basketball/concert arena (expandable to 30,000). The development is positioned as “NBA‑ready” and also targeted at MLS, USL, international soccer, concerts, combat sports, and other large events.
The plan calls for a 50,000-seat soccer and concert stadium that can be expanded to 60,000 for concerts and festivals. The soccer stadium is proposed with a covered roof, one open end to the Vegas Strip, 120 VIP suites, Dolby Atmos audio, large‑format LED displays, and 30 broadcast‑grade 4K cameras—features pitched to attract major sports and festival programming.
The development includes a proposed 25,000-seat basketball and concert arena—expandable to 30,000—with 100 VIP suites, robotic LED display systems, and Dolby Atmos audio; it’s designed for hockey, combat sports, boxing, NBA, WNBA, college Final Four events, and concerts, and features an automated quick-turn configuration for 12,500-seat events.
Virginia to Open South Lawn Club for 2026 Football Season
New for the 2026 football season, Virginia Athletics will debut the “South Lawn Club,” an exclusive premium membership add-on designed to deliver unprecedented access to Virginia Football at Scott Stadium. This viewing area places fans on the field alongside the team tunnel, offering an immersive and social game day experience unlike any other.
Limited to just 150 season passes, the South Lawn Club provides VIP field-level viewing with team tunnel hospitality, creating a front-row perspective to the excitement of Cavalier Football. In addition to in-game access, members will receive the full experience of “The Ride,” offering a memorable and behind-the-scenes look at one of Virginia Football’s most iconic traditions.
The season-long add-on is available for $500 per person, with a Virginia Athletics Foundation (VAF) Annual Fund minimum giving level of $1,750 or more annually. The South Lawn Club is a one-year, non-renewable field pass and game tickets are not included.
St. Cloud Plans Groundbreaking for APEX Athletics Center
The St. Cloud Area School District will break ground on its new APEX Athletics Center next week.
The ceremony is set for Tuesday, May 5th at 2:00 p.m. on the Apollo High School campus.
The 70,000-square-foot, $15 million indoor facility is designed for year-round use and will feature a full-size turf field, batting cages, golf simulators, and a walking track. It will accommodate sports including soccer, football, lacrosse, softball, baseball, and golf, and will be available for both district teams and community use.
The project is funded through a voter-approved referendum that passed in April of 2025 with support from 54% of voters.
The school board finalized the center’s name in recent months. The word “Apex” was chosen to reflect both the building’s height and the goal of reaching peak athletic achievement.
